Issue 55 - January 2007

IN THE MAGAZINE:

25 ways to be a better photographer
Follow our 37-page guide and get the most out of your digital SLR. Learn how to shoot extreme viewpoints, get sharper images, capture high-speed action, focus creatively - we've got it all covered.
Reader Challenge: master bird of prey portraits.
We head out in the field with reader Mark Colston to capture some exceptional bird of prey shots. Learn skills for nailing the shots - and a Photoshop cure for bad exposures.
Practical technique: flash secrets.
Don't be afraid to use your flash - used subtly, it can dramatically improve your shots. Follow our tutorial to find out how.
Practical technique: 5 ways to reduce noise in Photoshop
(Photoshop Elements 5/CS2)
Low-light photography can yield dramatic photos, but it can produce technical headaches too. Learn how to reduce noise without damaging image detail.
Practical technique: create HDR images.
(Photoshop CS2)
Use the photoshop HDR tool to maximise photographic dynamic range.
Tested:
Nikon D40, Canon IXUS 900Ti, Pentax Optio A20, Olympus SP-510UZ.
The Digital Camera interview:
Legendary French marine photographer - Philip Plisson.

COMPOSITION FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS BOOK:

How to see shots and frame them like a pro:
52 pages of essential tips and advice
    » Where to place the subject
    » How to work with lenses
    » When to crop the shot